Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
133996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) L.E.Navas

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cuenca de Santiago de Chile 3: 215 (1979): (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133325



Common Names

  • Gnaphalium oliganthum
  • Gnaphalium polycephalum
  • Gnaphalium stramineum


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium oliganthum Phil. [unknown]

Description

Gamochaeta oligantha (also called few-flowered cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to North and South America. It has a short stem and grows in dry meadows, prairies, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Gamochaeta oligantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gamochaeta oligantha has small, white flowers and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gamochaeta oligantha is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, but it may take several years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Gamochaeta oligantha

Gamochaeta oligantha can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Gamochaeta oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gamochaeta oligantha?

Gamochaeta oligantha

What is the family of Gamochaeta oligantha?

Asteraceae

Where is Gamochaeta oligantha found?

South America

Species in the Gamochaeta genus

Gamochaeta valparadisea, Gamochaeta standleyi, Gamochaeta simplicicaulis, Gamochaeta nigrevestis, Gamochaeta berteroana, Gamochaeta serpyllifolia, Gamochaeta neuquensis, Gamochaeta villarroelii, Gamochaeta suffruticosa, Gamochaeta filaginea, Gamochaeta chionesthes, Gamochaeta humilis, Gamochaeta depilata, Gamochaeta oreophila, Gamochaeta boliviensis, Gamochaeta platensis, Gamochaeta rizzinii, Gamochaeta argyrinea, Gamochaeta argentina, Gamochaeta stachydifolia, Gamochaeta calviceps, Gamochaeta andina, Gamochaeta antarctica, Gamochaeta simplicaulis, Gamochaeta ambatensis, Gamochaeta lulioana, Gamochaeta grazielae, Gamochaeta chamissonis, Gamochaeta ustulata, Gamochaeta nivalis, Gamochaeta girardiana, Gamochaeta axillaris, Gamochaeta badillana, Gamochaeta andinum, Gamochaeta camaquaensis, Gamochaeta aliena, Gamochaeta meridensis, Gamochaeta falcata, Gamochaeta purpurea, Gamochaeta diffusa, Gamochaeta monticola, Gamochaeta stagnalis, Gamochaeta erecta, Gamochaeta malvinensis, Gamochaeta sphacelata, Gamochaeta polybotrya, Gamochaeta americana, Gamochaeta thouarsii, Gamochaeta capitata, Gamochaeta coarctata,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94132: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Luisa Eugenia Navas (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Navas' in the authors string.